СТОПОРНАЯ ШАЙБА Caterpillar 005-6865

The Bearing Lock Washer is a thin, flat metal washer with an external tooth and tab to prevent unintended axial movement or loosening of bearings, ensuring their secure and stable positioning. It is made of high-quality, sturdy materials such as steel or stainless steel to ensure strength and reliability. It is to be placed between the bearing and the nut or bolt that secures it. When the nut or bolt is tightened, the lock washer is compressed between the bearing and the fastener, creating frictional forces that resist loosening.

Attributes:
• Acts as a damping element, absorbing and dissipating vibrations before they can affect the bearing's performance
• Facilitates efficient assembly, disassembly, and maintenance tasks, reducing downtime and improving productivity

Applications:
The Bearing Lock Washer prevents the unintentional loosening of bearings caused by external forces such as vibrations, thermal expansion, and contraction, or machine operation. By effectively distributing the clamping force across the bearing assembly, the lock washer ensures a reliable and consistent grip between the bearing and the fastener, eliminating the risk of rotational movement or axial displacement.